Regain your Femininity

MonaLisa Touch® is a painless and minimally invasive laser treatment for vaginal rejuvenation.

We all know menopause is the conclusion of menstruation and include side effects such as hot flashes and changes in mood. But what we aren’t talking about is that millions of women also experience ongoing vaginal atrophy with includes; vaginal dryness, itching, burning and pain with intercourse.

What is Vaginal Atrophy?

Postmenopausal vaginal atrophy occurs when the walls of the vagina thin and become less elastic caused by decreased estrogen levels. This often occurs after menopause but can happen before woman’s menstrual cycle stops. Women’s Healthcare of Illinois is one of the only locations in the area to offer a solution for vaginal atophy.

Do You Want Regain your Femininity?MonaLisa Touch is a painless and minimally invasive laser treatment for vaginal rejuvenation. By gently acting on tissue of the vaginal mucosa, the laser stimulates the production of collagen, improving the functionality of the treated area and restoring the proper trophic balance to the mucous membrane.

Benefits

No pain

No downtime

No side effects

Done in office

Treatment takes only minutes

Frequently Asked Questions

The IssueEven with the passage of time, many women still retain their youthful energy and enthusiasm, but post-menopausal changes can affect a woman’s quality of life in unexpected ways. Hormone replacement therapy may not be the best option for a lot of patients, as treatment outcomes can be uncertain. Now there is an alternative therapy for vaginal revitalization that can help millions of women who are silently suffering and unable to undergo other treatment options.

What is the MonaLisa Touch?MonaLisa Touch is a medical laser that delivers controlled energy to the vaginal tissue to revitalize the cells in the vaginal mucosa (vaginal tissue) so that these cells make more collagen, an essential ingredient in vaginal cell health.

What clinical trials have been conducted on the MonaLisa Touch?A multisite study was conducted by Dr. Mickey Karram, Director of Fellowship Program on Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery at The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH and Dr. Eric Sokol, Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Stanford University Medical Center. Preliminary findings from a trial evaluating the laser treatment on postmenopausal women* and breast cancer survivors experiencing vaginal health issues show positive results. The trial assessed the use of CO2 fractional laser therapy on 30 women with vaginal health issues due to natural or induced menopause. All of the patients in the trial were treated with The MonaLisa Touch laser.

*Women in the study either experienced natural menopause or induced menopause as the result of hysterectomy or drug-induced suppression of ovarian function (chemotherapy, radiations, anticancer drugs such as Tamoxifen)

Where can I have this done?The MonaLisa Touch is an in-office procedure performed by physicians at Women’s Healthcare of Illinois who treat symptoms of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM).

Does the procedure hurt?
The procedure is virtually painless and requires no anesthesia. Some patients may experience some discomfort the first time the probe is inserted, but the actual treatment is not painful. Many patients report that it feels like a gentle vibration.

How long does it take?
Patients receive three treatments, spaced six weeks apart, which each take less than five minutes to perform.

When will I see results?
Most patients feel improvement after the very first treatment, although the procedure calls for three treatments that are generally spaced over a 18-week period.

How long does it last?
Patients should expect to come back annually for a maintenance treatment. MonaLisa Touch was first available outside the US where more than 5,000 patients have been treated worldwide with up to an 18-month follow-up.

What are my limitations after the procedure is done?
Patients should refrain from sexual activity for 2-3 days. Your doctor will determine a post-procedure regimen that is right for you.

For which patients is this treatment appropriate?
The MonaLisa Touch is appropriate for any female who has gone through menopause, as well as those who are experiencing post-menopausal symptoms as a result of a hysterectomy or breast cancer treatments.

Is this procedure safe for women with breast cancer?
Yes, MonaLisa Touch treatment is particularly well suited for patients who cannot, or prefer not to receive estrogen therapy.

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Women’s Healthcare of Illinois is a practice devoted to the promotion of women’s health. Innovative and technologically advanced services are offered in a friendly environment by compassionate healthcare providers and caring staff. Our goal is to provide comprehensive and exceptional care to meet the individual needs of our patients.